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Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Barostatin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Barostatin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Barostatin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Barostatin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Barostatin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Barostatin 20 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Barostatin works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
No, Barostatin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Barostatin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Use Barostatin as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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